Synthesizing Success: The Martin Ikin Story

Martin Ikin

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United States

Superior Ingredients

Superior Ingredients Roof

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Bastian Bux

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Spain

United Kingdom

bass house

house

tech house

Robyn Balliet

spanish techno

Madison Park

dance pop

Will Sass

Fresh off his 2024 award as one of 1001 Tracklists’ Top Producers, 

is returning for another unforgettable Gray Area party on April 5th, on The Roof of Superior Ingredients! A true house music legend, Ikin’s career is defined by soul and undeniable talent. His recent performances at iconic events like New World Festival, Claptone’s Masquerade, Toolroom Miami Music Week, Insomniac Records Pool Party, Day Trip, Splash House, and Louder Festival have set the stage for another incredible night.

. Hailing from Barcelona, Bux has built a formidable reputation with his house and techno sets, captivating audiences at iconic venues like 

 and festivals like Tomorrowland. Known for his groovy, high-energy performances, he has earned support from heavyweights like 

, gaining a fanbase that spans over forty countries.

, a New York-born and Detroit-raised artist now based in Los Angeles. She dropped her debut EP on 8 Bit Records, catching the attention of heavyweights like Marco Carolla and Eelke Kleijn. 

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With releases on Insomniac Records, Kittball, and more, Robyn’s tracks have landed on charts and she's played major festival stages such as Day Trip, Escape Halloween, KASABLANCA, Interstellar, and more!

A DJ and producer since 1990, Martin Ikin brings a depth of expertise and style that makes him a rare gem in the music scene. A trained studio engineer and jazz pianist, Ikin has lent his remixing talents to some of the world’s top artists, including Noizu, Mariah Carey, Jamiroquai, Joey Negro, Masters At Work, MK, and Armand Van Helden. Beyond his DJ career, he is also a session player, piano teacher, and bandleader, seamlessly blending his instrumental prowess into his signature sound, marked by uplifting piano melodies and soulful beats.

Headnoise (Get Hype)

Ikin has released tracks on some of the industry's most respected labels, including Toolroom, Ultra, and Insomniac—not to mention his own Soul Purpose label. Despite his decades-long career, his hit “Hooked” on Fisher’s Catch and Release label and “Headnoise (Get Hype)” on Cr2 Records launched him to new heights, solidifying his place among house music’s elite.

Come celebrate the sound of a true master as Martin Ikin takes over the decks with the skill and soul that have defined his journey. Get ready for a night of authentic house music under the city skyline!

Martin Ikin w. Bastian Bux, Robyn Balliet

Germany

experimental house

Sofia Kourtesis

lo-fi house

Laurence Guy

DuNE

disco house

Anish Kumar

BLUE

BLUE: Sofia Kourtesis, Laurence Guy, Lauren Murada

uk tech house

Deeper Purpose

electroclash

indie dance

Rex The Dog

Trace

MISS PIPS

Argentina

Blank Sense

Deeper Purpose w. Rex The Dog & Trace

deep euro house

minimal melodic techno

Jonas Saalbach

deep techno

Ae:ther

polish techno

ANII

Nuran

PAGODA

Jonas Saalbach w. AE:THER & ANII

Kyle Walker

AJ Christou

indie soul

Life On Planets

Pinkloud

Kyle Walker w. AJ Christou & Life on Planets

canadian electronic

electro house

electronic trap

fidget house

turntablism

A-Trak

uk house

Melé

LEFTI

Alessandra Jamarne

latin house

afro house

tribal house

Amal Nemer

Doubleheader

Gray Area is pioneering the "Doubleheader" event series, drawing inspiration from back-to-back baseball games to showcase artists with similar styles but unique fan bases. By having one artist follow another and culminating in a collaborative back-to-back (B2B) set, Doubleheader aims to create a powerful platform for musical discovery and cross-pollination. Embracing the "B2B" spirit, the initiative seeks to introduce audiences to new sounds while strengthening the dance music ecosystem.

Doubleheader: A-Trak x Melé

Italy

Yaya

deep tech house

latin tech house

Cuartero

Late Replies

czsk viral pop

Misha

Tamango New York w. Yaya and Guests

dark disco

Avision

russian techno

Yulia Niko

Ali Mae

Woke Brian

Doubleheader: Avision x Yulia Niko

Will Clarke

Will Clarke [Extended Set]

Israel

israeli techno

organic house

Guy Mantzur

progressive house

melodic house

Eli Nissan

Simon Vuarambon

Tamir Regev

Nadav Vee

Moments New York w. Guy Mantzur, Eli Nissan & More

DJ HEARTSTRING

DJ HEARTSTRING & Friends

deep disco house

Lee Foss

Lee Foss & Special Guests

Brazil

Classmatic

Classmatic & Friends

progressive trance

trance

uplifting trance

Aly & Fila

Aly & Fila [Open-to-Close]

classic progressive house

diva house

Deep Dish

Deep Dish & Guests

AYYBO

WELKER

stixx

The Room at Superior Ingredients

AYYBO Night Show w. WELKER & stixx

Moldova

moldovan pop

progressive electro house

Andrew Rayel

big room

4YÛ

PANTÉ

Tensteps

Curaçao

dutch house

Shermanology

Ecuador

Mr.Diamond

Kitty Amor

multidisciplinary

Eli Fola

breakcore

uk garage

Swami Sound

D'Eaupe

D'Eaupe New York

Martin Ikin w. Bastian Bux, Robyn Balliet

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